K
Well worth excursiin!
Bryce, our guide was very informative and funny. His assistant was also very nice and helpful. Highly recommend the dolphin and snorkel adventure! Shell island is beautiful!
Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $49 / person
- Location
- Panama City Beach, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 88 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Salty fins dolphin and snorkeling tours
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 30 minutes early for parking and check-in. If the main lot is full, use free overflow parking at Captain Anderson’s across the street. Check in at the Salty Fins Check-In hut (second hut on the right past the Bar & Grill).
Description
This is a shared group tour with a maximum of 18 guests. Our small group size allows for a more personal and relaxed experience. Our crew is able to interact with everyone on board and provide great service throughout the trip. We'll take you to some of the best snorkeling spots that Shell Island has to offer, and all tours are BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite drinks and enjoy your time on the water watching the dolphins and snorkeling for various types of marine life.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $49
- Child (ages 0–12)
- $34
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:03 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 123 of the next 270 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Shell Island
We tailor each tour to your interests for the best possible experience. On our Dolphin Sightseeing & Shell Island Snorkel Cruise, you’ll enjoy up-close views of dolphins and other marine life in their natural habitat. The tour includes a short ride to the stunning Shell Island, where you can snorkel and explore vibrant marine life. We provide masks, snorkels, and a variety of fun water activities for an unforgettable adventure.
What's included
Included
Coolers full of ice
All life jackets, masks, and snorkels are provided.
Bring your own drinks & snacks (alcohol is allowed)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
88 reviews
How it compares in Panama City Beach
- Rated higher than 77% of 64 reviewed tours in Panama City Beach
- No. 31 by number of reviews among 101 tours in Panama City Beach
- Starting price $49 is close to the typical $52 for tours of similar length in Panama City Beach
Excurgo comparison of 101 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing take?
Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing cost?
Prices start at $49 per person for this Panama City Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $34, adults from $49.
Does Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing sell out?
It can: 123 of the next 270 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive 30 minutes early for parking and check-in. If the main lot is full, use free overflow parking at Captain Anderson’s across the street. Check in at the Salty Fins Check-In hut (second hut on the right past the Bar & Grill). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Shell Island Snorkel And Dolphin Sightseeing offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 18 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(88)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
N
We had such a great time!...
We had such a great time! Captain was amazing and made it really fun for all of us. Very safe and cautious on the big waves made us all comfortable! Thank you!
K
Dop
Hunter and Bryce were great! We had a full boat 18 plus a baby and everyone had a good time! We seen dolphins several times!! They even helped out with the baby so I could swim too!! Which was truly above and beyond! Hunter swam out and got us sand dollars and awesome shells. 11/10 would do it again!
J
Excellent
Captain Jon was a great host and captain on our boat ride. Highly recommend him. Snorkeling and dolphins sightings were fun as well
T
Dolphin's family, mana ray jumping out of water, and beautiful snorkeling experience with fun guides
We were given options of what we would like to see, big fish or smaller things through grass we could touch. We chose the big fish and Hunter even came in the water with us to make sure we found the most species of marine life. He helped my daughter find and hold shells. Tons of room for our group of 11 and 2 others. Hunter and William interacted with us. Made sure to talk with everyone and even offered karaoke along with great music. We saw dolphins playing and a manta ray jump out of the water. My whole family had a great time and would definitely do this trip with Hunter and William again. If you want fun facts about dolphins, guides who will jump in the water to show you the best snorkeling locations, and very family fun friendly guides I 100% recommend Hunter and William at the salty fin dolphin and snorkel.
G
Great First Time Experience
Great first time Shell Island experience with Thomas the captain with a few wonderful dolphin sightings.
M
So fun!!
So fun! Great value. Great day! We saw dolphins and the snorkeling was Amazing!!
K
Great review.
Great experience. Very family friendly and super fun for all !!! Even for the small kiddos.
K
Great experience. ...
Great experience. Captain did a great job. Saw dolphins and several different fish and a large ray snorkeling
D
Enjoyable
Nice experience! Boat driver was fun! Saw many dolphins! Signup was easy. The swimming area near the island was very nice! Fairly easy to get on and off the pontoon boat and into the water!
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